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What You Need to Know When Searching for Your First Sewing Machine

Is this the year that you finally learn to quilt and get your first quilt made? Fantastic. Keep reading for what you need to know when searching for your first sewing machine. What You Need to Know When Searching for Your First Sewing Machine My first piece of advice may likely save you time, money […]

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A street sign that says Challenge Yourself. Text is written Why you should take part in a quilt challenge even if you're a newbie

Why You Should Take Part in a Quilt Challenge, Even if You’re a New Quilter

Does this idea terrify you? Does it send you running in the opposite direction? Those are good things. Let me share how taking part in a quilt challenge will make you a better quilter. Why You Should Take Part in a Quilt Challenge, Even if You’re a New Quilter When I say a quilt challenge,

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Your Sewing Machine Manual, Worth Way More Than the Paper it is Printed On

I will start by saying that at least some of the content in your Sewing Machine Manual is available online and often on YouTube. However, not all of it is there. Your manual is a priceless aid to your ability to sew with ease and far less headaches. Your Sewing Machine Manual, Worth Way More

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PSA for Earth Day. Don’t buy a Cheap Sewing Machine That is Destined for a Landfill Site.

It’s almost Earth Day so let’s talk about those inexpensive sewing machines and just why they are so inexpensive. PSA for Earth Day. Don’t buy a Cheap Sewing Machine That is Destined for a Landfill Site. There is a big reason why inexpensive sewing machines are inexpensive and that’s because they are full of plastic

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Sewing Machine Needles for Quilting – How to Choose The Right Needle for the Job

Sewing machine needles seem to be a big mystery. The multiple sizes, types, coatings, uses etc. Which one should you choose for which job? Let me help you demystify sewing machine needles for quilting. Sewing Machine Needles for Quilting – How to Choose The Right Needle for the Job This article is going to focus

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Save Time and Patience, Make Sure you Use the Right Thread to Piece and Quilt

Are you a new quilter who has already experienced some thread headaches? You know the ones, threads tangling, threads breaking, etc. Let me help you understand which threads to use for the best results. Save Time and Patience, Make Sure you Use the Right Thread to Piece and Quilt In order to save time and

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Is a Quilter’s Edition Sewing Machine the Best Machine for a Beginner

Are you a beginner quilter who doesn’t currently own a sewing machine? Are you confused and overwhelmed by the number of machines on the market? Let me help you. Is a Quilter’s Edition Sewing Machine the Best Machine for a Beginner So you may be wondering if a Quilter’s Edition sewing machine is the best

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Why you Should Buy the Presser Feet Manufactured for your Machine vs. Generic Presser Feet

I know just how tempting those generic presser feet sets available on Amazon for around $25 are. Let me tell you why using generic presser feet isn’t such a good idea. Why you Should Buy the Presser Feet Manufactured for your Machine vs. Generic Presser Feet Keep reading to find out why you should buy

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